Todd M.

Todd is an experienced science educator, biological scientist, and outdoor educator with more than 15 years of experience helping students understand and appreciate the natural world. With expertise spanning biology, chemistry, environmental science, anatomy, and the earth sciences, Todd is passionate about showing students that science is much more than memorizing vocabulary and formulas—it is a way of understanding how the world around them works.

Todd earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Louisiana and pursued graduate study in Environmental Health Science at the University of Georgia. His scientific background extends well beyond the classroom and includes professional experience in ecological research, environmental science, wildlife biology, and federal environmental programs.

Before focusing primarily on education, Todd worked as a Physical Scientist with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), where his work involved environmental policy, air quality, offshore exploration, and federal environmental regulations. He also served as a research associate studying carbon sequestration in southeastern U.S. swamps and wetlands and worked as a biological science technician conducting field surveys of wildlife populations, endangered plant studies, and conservation programs.

Todd brings this extensive real-world scientific experience directly into his teaching. As a science instructor, he has taught Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Science while developing curricula that incorporate hands-on experiments, interactive activities, and outdoor educational experiences. His greatest area of expertise is the biological sciences, and he especially enjoys helping students connect concepts from biology and ecology to things they can observe and investigate in everyday life.

His tutoring expertise includes Biology, AP Biology, Cell Biology, , Anatomy, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Geology, and Space Science, as well as middle school math. Todd also supports students preparing for 8th-grade Science STAAR, the ACT, and the TEAS exam, along with helping students develop stronger study habits and test-taking strategies.

One of Todd’s greatest strengths is his ability to make science tangible. Rather than relying solely on textbooks, he enjoys using experiments, demonstrations, outdoor exploration, and real-world examples to help students understand why scientific concepts work. His background as both a scientist and outdoor educator allows him to answer the question students so often ask: “When am I ever going to use this?”

Throughout his teaching career, Todd has worked with students representing a wide range of abilities, learning styles, and confidence levels. He believes students learn best when they feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, testing ideas, and discovering answers for themselves. His tutoring style is patient, encouraging, and highly interactive, with an emphasis on building genuine understanding rather than short-term memorization.

As both an educator and the father of three teenage boys, Todd also understands that no two students learn exactly the same way. Sometimes a student simply needs to hear a concept explained differently or see it demonstrated in a new context before everything begins to click. His goal is to identify that connection for each learner and use it to build greater confidence, curiosity, and independence.

Outside of education, Todd enjoys hiking, camping, geocaching, and exploring the natural world with his family. He is also a former drummer—a background that may explain both his appreciation for creativity and his comfort managing the occasional controlled chaos that comes with helping young people learn.

Ultimately, Todd wants students to leave tutoring with more than improved grades. He strives to help them become stronger problem-solvers, more confident learners, and perhaps even discover that science can actually be fun.

Yaman J.

Yaman is a Doctor of Medicine who graduated from medical school overseas and is currently taking a gap year while conducting neurology research and preparing to pursue a neurology residency. With more than 1,500 hours of teaching experience across private tutoring and educational institutions, he has taught learners from kindergarten through college and adulthood, including physicians older than himself. Passionate about teaching and public speaking from a young age, Yaman finds great purpose in helping students move from feeling overwhelmed to confidently saying, “I finally understand it, and I want to keep getting better.” He makes learning organized, engaging, and enjoyable while sharing practical, evidence-based strategies for studying, memorization, and exam preparation, including active recall, spaced repetition, targeted practice questions, and structured review. His goal is not only to help students succeed on an assignment or exam, but also to build confidence and develop study skills they can use independently for years. Outside of tutoring, Yaman enjoys playing video games, spending time with friends, and staying active through table tennis, soccer, and basketball.

Saru T.

Saru grew up in Edmonton, Alberta where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Immunology and Infection. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Biostatistics at the University of Toronto. While her academic background began in biological sciences, her experience as a tutor sparked a passion for mathematics and quantitative thinking, ultimately inspiring her to pursue graduate studies in biostatistics.

Saru has worked as a tutor at Oxford Learning Centre since 2023, primarily teaching mathematics and science to students from Grade 8 through high school. She believes that learning should be engaging and interactive rather than centered around long lectures. Through back-and-forth conversations, she encourages students to think critically, ask questions, and develop confidence in their own problem-solving abilities. She strives to create a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them.

Outside of tutoring, Saru loves travelling and has explored many countries across Asia and Europe. She also spent five months living in Tokyo, Japan, as part of an international exchange program.

Candace T.

Candace is a Certified Teacher in NYS as a Middle Childhood Generalist in grades 5-9. She grew up in the Bronx, NY and continued her own Undergraduate and Graduate education in New York. She obtained her Undergraduate degree from CUNY City College where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Minor in English, and earned her Graduate degree from Relay Graduate School of Education where she earned her Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Mathematics. Candace first began her love of education and working with students in afterschool and summer programs. There she was helping students in ELA and Math in both Elementary and Middle School aged students through homework help and a curriculum based instruction. From there Candace’s love for teaching grew and led her to pursue her higher education in teaching.

Candace is now entering her 10th year in education in an NYC Charter school where she has focused on teaching middle school Math and Science. She believes in meeting students where they are, creating a learning environment where she and students are able to build and foster positive relationships. Providing multiple modalities of access to learning and instruction. Giving space to students to ask questions, make mistakes, push their thinking, and build their confidence in learning.

Outside of teaching, Candace has a love of the performing arts with acting, stepping, film and theatre. She has pursued all of these areas through teaching theatre and stepping to students in afterschool and summer programs. Working on a couple of episodes of Sesame Street to perform with her step team. She has performed in Off Broadway productions, and worked behind the scenes of a webseries through script writing, casting and directing. She loves to travel, maintain close relationships with family and friends, being in water for the pool and beach, and on weekends going to the movies.

Vithunia L.

Vithunia Lalkumar is a permanent Ontario school teacher with the Toronto Catholic District School Board and has been teaching since 2020. She has experience providing curriculum-based instruction and individualized academic support to students with diverse learning needs.

Her academic and professional credentials include an undergraduate degree and Ontario teaching qualifications spanning the Primary, Junior, Intermediate, and Senior divisions. She has completed additional qualifications in Intermediate Mathematics, General Science, Special Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Religious Education.

Vithunia provides tutoring in Primary and Junior subjects, Intermediate English, Mathematics and Science (Grades 7–8), Biology, and Senior Mathematics and Science (Grades 9–12). She also supports students with English preparation, including grammar, reading comprehension, paragraph writing, essay writing, editing, and preparation for assignments and assessments.

Her teaching experience includes developing curriculum-aligned lessons, differentiating instruction, supporting students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and preparing students to meet grade-level expectations. Her tutoring is tailored to each student’s academic needs, areas for growth, and learning goals.

Outside of teaching and tutoring, Vithunia is professionally trained in dance and enjoys continuing to dance. She is also an avid reader, enjoys fitness, spending time with family and friends, and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Muzammal C.

Muzammal is an Information Translator with over 22 years of experience in getting technical information understood in a non-technical manner. He started at Mercer University in Macon, GA for 3 years before transferring to Kennesaw State University to finish his two bachelor degrees in Information System and Information Security. Muzammal went on to finish his Master’s degree in Information Systems and minor in Cybersecurity, along with getting CompTIA Server+, Network+, and Security+ certifications. Learning how to learn something is the same as learning the rules of the game, and he does an amazing job getting students to spark their pilot light of learning and interest in doing well in school. Muzammal transforms people into professional learners that can conquer their fears of Math or English by making learning an enjoyable adventure. The unknown does make one wonder how to swim through the lake of knowledge, but having Muzammal as a guide on the journey of learning is the best way to get across in a fun and safe manner. Biggest mistake Muzammal has seen in all his years helping people, is that people worry about knowing everything. It is impossible to know everything, so worrying about the impossible does not help the mind process what is being absorbed. Instead, shifting focus to understanding why something works helps bring out questions that can help make a chemical change in the brain. The brain is made up of chemical reactions, and the perception of those reactions is how we see, think, talk, etc. If the right questions are not asked, then true learning has not occurred. Muzammal is always open to questions and can explain things in multiple dimensions. He is the only IT and Cybersecurity guy who loves to teach Chemistry, Biology, Calculus, IT, Databases, Cybersecurity and anything technical that would need an Information Translator. On his time off from work, Muzammal enjoys going on hikes at Stone Mountain and many other trails all over Georgia.

Rafael T.

Rafael has been teaching for more than 6 years. He has taught students across a range of ages and learning levels. With experience teaching, he helps learners develop confidence in communication, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural understanding. He has taught foreign students to learng English as a second language and has helped American students learn Spanish, French, Portuguese and Italian. He has additional experience in the sciences notably in chemistry and biology. This additional strength helps allows him to explain complex scientific concepts clearly and in an engaging way. Combining patience, adaptability, and a student-centered approach. Rafael strives to make learning accessible, practical, and enjoyable.

Some of Rafael’s personal interests are reading, traveling, learning new languages and about cultures.

JADE A.

Jade is an aspiring elementary educator currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education at Mount Royal University with a minor in Mathematics. She has earned and maintained a Dean’s List and Honour Roll recognition and holds a diploma from SAIT specializing in New Media Production and Design. Her academic background allows her to bring both analytical and creative approaches to learning.

Jade has hands-on experience tutoring, teaching swimming, leading day camps, and supporting children in her community. She has helped students strengthen their reading skills while building confidence in their ability to learn and succeed. Through her field experience, she has supported Grades 7–9 students in Mathematics and Literacy, including learners with diverse learning needs.

Her time in the program has shown her how important it is for children to feel safe, supported, and confident in their learning. As President of the MRU Education Undergraduate Society, Jade advocates for student needs, organizes professional learning opportunities, and contributes to education committees.

Jade believes every student learns differently. Her tutoring approach emphasizes patience, encouragement, and adapting instruction to each learner. She breaks complex concepts into manageable steps while fostering confidence, independence, and effective study habits. Her goal is to make learning engaging and approachable while helping every student recognize their potential.

FELIPE B.

Felipe is an enthusiastic and student-focused education professional who holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Justice and Catholic Studies and possesses classroom instruction experience. Throughout his university education, he excelled in History, English, Science, and Mathematics, earning a place on the Dean’s List every year and receiving various academic scholarships.

Felipe is passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals through patient, encouraging, and personalized support. He has experience working with students one-on-one, teaching elementary and junior high students in classroom settings, and communicating effectively with students and families. He is also fluent in Spanish.

Having experienced academic challenges during his own primary and secondary education, Felipe understands firsthand the importance of effective academic support. This perspective motivates him to create engaging learning environments, adapt instruction to individual student needs, and help students develop both their academic abilities and confidence.

Felipe’s engaging, clear, and student-centered approach, combined with his academic achievements, teaching experience, and genuine desire to help others succeed, makes him a well-prepared and qualified tutor.

Academic Coaching, English Language Arts , History, Math, Primary Junior (1-6) – All Subjects, Science, Social Studies

EMILY M.

Emily is an OCT certified teacher from the OISE Master of Teaching program. She works in the TDSB as a biology, physical education, and soon the be math teacher. She loves working with students in a supportive and encouraging way to help make complex topics more understandable and applicable. She looks forward to working together!